Iran Conflict — 2026-03-18
HRW: Iranian Strikes Across Gulf Unlawfully Endanger Civilians
Human Rights Watch documented a pattern of Iranian strikes against civilian areas across Gulf states, calling them unlawful under international humanitarian law. The report details specific incidents where Iranian missiles and drones struck residential areas, commercial zones, and civilian infrastructure in the UAE, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia. HRW called on Iran to immediately cease attacks on civilian areas and on all parties to respect the laws of war.